Amaretti
Delicate almond cookies with a crispy exterior and chewy center, infused with the subtle flavor of almond extract.
⏱ 30 minServes 24Italian
Ingredients
- •200g blanched almonds
- •200g granulated sugar
- •1 egg white
- •1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- •1/4 teaspoon salt
- •2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Directions
- 1Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2Finely grind blanched almonds and granulated sugar together in a food processor until the mixture resembles coarse flour.
- 3In a bowl, whisk egg white until soft peaks form, then fold in the almond-sugar mixture, almond extract, and salt until well combined.
- 4Dust your hands with powdered sugar and form the dough into small balls, then gently flatten each one slightly.
- 5Place cookies on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart, and dust the tops with powdered sugar.
- 6Bake for 15-18 minutes until the tops are lightly golden and cracked.
- 7Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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